Policy governing trash container storage, collection days, bulk item disposal, and penalties for non-compliance.
Trash and recycling violations — containers left at the curb, bulk items dumped improperly, or failure to recycle — are a constant source of neighbor complaints and community eyesores. A clear policy establishes container storage rules, collection schedules, bulk disposal procedures, and fines for non-compliance. This template is designed to be enforceable and easy for homeowners to follow.
Adopt this policy when trash complaints are frequent or when the community transitions to a new waste management vendor. Post the collection schedule at community entrances and distribute with annual updates.
[COMMUNITY NAME] HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION TRASH AND RECYCLING POLICY Adopted: [DATE] 1. CONTAINER STORAGE Trash and recycling containers must be stored out of public view except on designated collection days. Containers may be placed at the curb no earlier than [TIME] the evening before collection and must be returned to storage by [TIME] on collection day. 2. COLLECTION SCHEDULE Regular Trash: [DAY] Recycling: [DAY] Yard Waste: [DAY] (seasonal) 3. BULK ITEM DISPOSAL Bulk items (furniture, appliances, etc.) require advance arrangement with [WASTE HAULER NAME] at [PHONE]. Items may not be placed at the curb without scheduled pickup. 4. PROHIBITED ITEMS The following may NOT be placed in community trash or recycling: - Hazardous waste, paint, or chemicals - Electronics - Construction debris - Automotive fluids or batteries 5. FINES First Violation: Written warning Second Violation: $[AMOUNT] fine Third Violation: $[AMOUNT] fine and potential suspension of bulk pickup privileges 6. CONTACT For missed collections or special pickups, contact [MANAGER] at [EMAIL / PHONE].
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Adopt this policy when trash complaints are frequent or when the community transitions to a new waste management vendor. Post the collection schedule at community entrances and distribute with annual updates.
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